Unable to install SSD in my Acer TimelineX 5820TG

[Jozefa]

In my 5820TG, I'm trying to change the hard drive with the OCZ SSD Vertex 2 120 Gig. However I cannot install the SSD inside and there seems to be a mechanical obstruction. In fact, housing is known OCZ SATA connector, while the hard disk has some space on the SATA connector. When I attempt to install the SSD, the cabinet appears in connection by means of a number of sort black rubber borders that is beneath the laptop's SATA, the SSD could go into. on the other hand, I have no consideration how to continue. I tried to push down the black rubber with a screwdriver, but only in a corner, so it doesn’t work. The black border all has to be pushed down.

[Erie]

If the rubber hits the board, I think you can use a knife to carefully remove or shave it. Another way is OCZ mod, which is not compulsory as it will decrease the resale value. Or you can take away the case and only use the internal SSD naked, or even what his own wrapped in aluminum foil "case."

[Joshe]

So cut the rubber and pushing hard.
If the value of your laptop without touching the SSD, you can always remove the casing of the SSD. SSD will void the warranty but maintain it for the laptop.